Bite-sized, wholesome energy balls featuring toasted black sesame seeds, oats, and tahini for a nourishing snack.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 3 tablespoons black sesame seeds
03 - 1/4 cup almond meal or finely ground almonds
04 - Pinch of sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
05 - 1/3 cup tahini
06 - 1/4 cup maple syrup
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-Ins
08 - 2 tablespoons mini dark chocolate chips
09 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
# How-To Steps:
01 - Heat black sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a plate and allow to cool completely.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond meal, cooled toasted black sesame seeds, and sea salt. Mix thoroughly.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together tahini, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency.
04 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until well combined. The mixture should be sticky enough to hold together. If too dry, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of water and mix again.
05 - If using dark chocolate chips or chia seeds, gently fold them into the mixture until evenly distributed.
06 - Scoop out 1 tablespoon portions of the mixture using a measuring spoon or small cookie scoop. Roll each portion between your palms into a compact ball.
07 - Arrange balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
